Drax power station's further reporting failure exposed by BBC News

Published On Feb 9, 2025, 12:57 AM

Drax Power Station in the UK, which is heavily subsidized by the government, has faced scrutiny for failing to accurately report its use of wood from primary forests in Canada for biomass fuel. Despite a previous £25 million penalty for misreporting, new evidence suggests further inaccuracies in sustainability data. Drax claims it has reduced its reliance on Canadian wood, but concerns regarding the sourcing practices persist. With upcoming government decisions on extending subsidies and revising biomass sustainability criteria, the situation remains uncertain for Drax and its investors.